2015 Newport Beach Film Festival - The Japanese Spotlight (Celebrate the Traditional & Modern Culture of Japanese & Japanese Americans)NEW

The Japanese Spotlight on April 27th. The mission of the Newport Beach Film Festival's Japanese Spotlight is to celebrate the traditional and modern culture of Japanese and Japanese Americans. It is important for the public to be aware of the contributions these outstanding men and women have contributed to American society and to keep promoting the spirit and culture of the Japanese people. Strengthening ties with the local community aligns with the goals of the festival because one of our missions is to bring together and celebrate the culture of Japan through an outstanding film and networking opportunity at our after party.

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Each year the festival hosts nightly International Spotlight events in Newport Beach. The Japanese Spotlight on April 27th will pay homage to the film industry and celebrate the extensive Japanese history and culture. The evening will feature a Japanese film screening, followed by an after party of Japanese food, performance, and culture. We will toast the evening away with a diverse crowd of filmmakers, actors, and film aficionados.

We would like to invite The Japanese American Citizens League to partake in this amazing evening as an official supporter of the Newport Beach Film Festival Japanese Spotlight. As a supporter, we hope you could inform and invite your audiences and public to attend the Japanese Spotlight through your social media platforms. The evening will provide opportunities for your organization to enhance the appreciation of the Japanese culture and arts, network with influential individuals, and get media exposure.

Dates
From April 23rd - 30th, 2015 - the 16th annual Newport Beach Film Festival will showcase over 350 films from across the globe and host a wide array of multicultural activities. Celebrated as Orange County's premiere film event, the Newport Beach Film Festival attracts over 55,000 attendees from around the world who come together to experience the ultimate cinematic experience along the pristine coastline of Southern California.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Monday, April 27, 2015 - Japanese Spotlight

7:30 pm: TWILIGHT: SAYA IN SASARA – Japanese Spotlight Film 2015, Japan | 2014 | 115 min
Location: Edwards Big Newport

When a young mother feels lost and helpless after the death of her husband, his restless spirit returns to help her as much as he can.

Dir: Yoshihiro Fukagawa
Starring: Yui Aragaki, Yo Oizumi,Aoi Nakamura, Rila Fukushima, Takeshi Tsuruno, Masao Komatsu, Yumiko Fujita, Ryo Ishibashi, Sumiko Fuji

10:00 pm: Pacific Rim Showcase Party
Please join us after the film for the Newport Beach Film Festival's Pacific Rim Showcase Party, celebrating by the best in Asian Filmmaking. Hosted by SOCO and LA Confidential Magazine, featuring top entertainment and d'oeuvres prepared by award-winning Orange County restaurants. Hosted bar by Tito's Vodka, Remy Cointreau and Stella Artois.

Price: $45 Pacific Rim Showcase Film and Party/ $25 Party Only
Age: 21+ and over
Dress: Outdoor event – coat or jacket recommended.